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Diarrhea can also cause weight loss. Abdominal pain is another symptom of colon cancer that may prevent you from eating normally. If you have lost a significant amount of weight accompanied with these symptoms, you need to talk to your doctor immediately to determine the cause.
Some kinds of chemotherapy (chemo) can damage the cells that line your digestive tract. This damage can cause loose, watery bowel movements known as diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of many types of chemo. Tell your doctor and care team if you have diarrhea for an extended length of time.